Kitchen Design Ideas to Improve Your Restaurant
A key part of an effective kitchen is its design. After all, there’s no point in spending time and resources on designing the perfect menu, if your kitchen isn’t up to scratch. Do you feel your kitchen needs a design boost? The fact is, even the most successful restaurants have room for improvement.
Having the correct layout is key for every kitchen. Ideally, you’ll want space that allows for each of the different processes- preparation, cooking, and plating- to be carried out smoothly. But each restaurant has its own needs depending on the kinds of food it provides. Let’s look at some different layouts that could improve your kitchen:
- In an island configuration, all cooking equipment is found at the center of the kitchen, with countertops around the edge. This layout is better suited for larger kitchens and helps ensure that food preparation is completed more efficiently.
- An open layout is typically found within pizzerias. An open layout means that customers can see into the kitchen and watch as their food is being prepared.
- In an ergonomic layout, there’s one priority: comfort. The idea is that if kitchen staff are more comfortable, they will produce food more quickly.
To ensure the safety of diners (and staff), your kitchen should include equipment to keep hygiene levels high. First things first, you should consult local health guidelines. It goes without saying, but if your kitchen isn’t compliant with the law, it will not be headed for success. Beyond that, make sure that your kitchen includes grease taps, ventilation, and proper food storage facilities. If you’re unsure about anything, it’s always better to contact the health authority for guidance.
Efficiency should be at the heart of your kitchen culture. But efficiency does not only apply to the work of your staff. You’ll also want to ensure energy efficiency to be sure that bills don’t blow a hole in your budget. When purchasing new equipment for the kitchen, keep an eye on its energy rating. Anything with a low rating should be avoided.
For new staff, the array of equipment within your kitchen can seem confusing. It’s always a good idea to introduce them to each item and explain how it can be used. It’s common, however, for staff to need reminding on certain areas.
Your restaurant will take delivery of many different ingredients. It goes without saying, but you need to make sure that you have space to store all of the items that you need. Take a look at your establishment. Do you feel that you have the storage space that you need to meet the requirements of your restaurant?
Part of running a successful restaurant is understanding the market and adapting to change. Certain dishes will come in and out of fashion. Make sure that you have the processes in place to be alert for trends arriving so that you can order ingredients on time and capitalize on the latest craze.
Your staff will not enjoy working in a heated environment. Nor will your diners be happy to receive greasy food. Bear in mind, the kind of ventilation that you will need will vary depending on your restaurant.
Whatever decisions you make, don’t overlook the importance of good kitchen design. Without good quality design, you will struggle to meet customer demands and produce the best quality food. If you feel that your kitchen is lacking, there’s no reason that you can’t begin making changes. The list of kitchen design ideas, above will set you on the right path to an efficient kitchen. Just remember, while you might have goals of winning awards and receiving recognition, success begins with smart kitchen design.
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